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Strep Throat typically makes you feel unwell with pain, swollen neck glands, headache, and fatigue.
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- Azithromycin 250mg, two tablets on day 1 and then one tablet for the next 4 days
- Benzydamine HCl Gargles 0.15% solution, thrice daily for 7 days
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How do I know I have a strep throat?
Strep throat is a contagious bacterial infection. It is spread through respiratory droplets; for example, if someone with strep throat coughs or sneezes, the bacteria can travel and infect those around the person. In addition, touching contaminated surfaces can result in the transmission of the infection.
Common symptoms of strep throat include:
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Pain or difficulty swallowing
- Headache
- Chills
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Loss of appetite
- White patches/ redness at the back of the throat
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Causes of strep throat
- It is a contagious bacterial infection that spreads through respiratory droplets.
- The infection causing bacteria include streptococcus pyogenes or A streptococcus.
- If someone with strep throat coughs or sneezes, the bacteria can travel and infect those around them.
- This bacteria can also transmit via shared food and drinks.
- In addition, touching contaminated surfaces can result in the transmission of the infection.
FAQs about strep throat treatment
Is strep throat the most painful?
Strep throat is painful and more severe than the viral infection causing sore throat. It causes painful swallowing, loss of appetite, and sudden sore throat without a cough. See a doctor if you experience the onset of these symptoms for timely treatment online.
Does strep throat cause throat ulcers?
No, strep throat caused by bacteria does not cause cough, ulcers (laryngitis), or runny nose. These are the symptoms of a viral infection mostly. Consult a doctor for the proper diagnosis of the condition.
What does strep throat look like?
Strep throat causes swallowing pain, sore throat, pus-filled tonsils, redness, and swollen lymph nodes. See a doctor if you experience these symptoms.
Can strep cause stomach pain and diarrhea?
Strep throat may accompany other symptoms like diarrhea and stomach pain. However, in most cases, the cause of stomach pain and diarrhea is antibiotic treatment. Almost all antibiotics have diarrhea as a side effect.
How long does a headache last with strep throat?
Strep throat may accompany symptoms like headache, fever, loss of appetite, throat infection, and pain. Headache usually lasts 1-3 days with strep throat and improves with treatment.
How long does strep throat usually last?
Strep throat takes 7-10 days to heal with antibiotics. However, without treatment, it can worsen and extend over ten days. It is recommended to complete the antibiotic course to avoid the risk of complications even if your symptoms heal within 1-3 days.
Can you treat strep without antibiotics?
Without antibiotics, the bacterial infection cannot be treated. However, to reduce the severity of symptoms like pain and inflammation, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be used both over the counter and upon prescription. See a doctor for the prescription of antibiotics without leaving your home via a virtual telehealth clinic.
How can I get rid of strep throat fast?
You can get rid of strep throat fast if you start an antibiotic course within 48 hours of the infection, which reduces the severity and duration of the infection. It also reduces the chances of contagious infection and the risk of developing complications.
What is the best medicine for strep throat?
The best medicines for strep throat include penicillin and amoxicillin. However, if you are allergic to penicillin-type antibiotics, your provider may prescribe alternatives like cephalosporins, clindamycin, or azithromycin.
What are the 3-day antibiotics for strep?
For strep throat, the antibiotic taken for three days is azithromycin (Z-pack). It starts easing the symptoms with the first dose, and the treatment lasts only three days.
How do you know if strep is viral or bacterial?
Strep throat accompanies cough, runny nose, and throat swelling in viral infection. However, in the case of bacterial infection, there is no cough; instead, stomach aches, nausea, vomiting, and fever accompanies.
Why do I have a sore throat but not sick?
A sore throat doesn’t always indicate bacterial or viral infection rather can be a symptom of another medical issue. It can also indicate allergies, acid reflux, STI, or cold.
Does all strep throat need antibiotics?
As it is a viral infection, you may catch an infection from an infected person. It can infect you if you show symptoms or be asymptomatic if you are a carrier. Infected persons need antibiotics however, the carrier doesn’t. The chances are less for you to spread the infection or cause complications if you are just the carrier.
How soon can a doctor tell if you have strep?
A doctor can diagnose strep throat via symptoms or a swab test, which takes two days. In the case of strep throat, the cause is a virus, and the infection stays for 2-5 days, along with mild to severe fever. See a doctor for the diagnosis and treatment of the strep throat infection.
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